Finance Intern

Objective of the Position: Assists General Ledger & Fixed Assets Accounting team with a wide range of tasks and projects. Including but not limited to: Entries of Intercompany and utility invoices, help with resolving older IC invoice issues/following up on emails and approvals, scrap invoice postings, account reconciliations and ensure completeness of checklists. This position would be fitting for a motivated individual who is eager to learn about the work and tasks in an accounting department.

Essential Accountabilities: the position incumbent ensures, that

• Provide administrative duties to support department 
• Gain experience in field of study by taking on tasks assigned by department 
• Assist department with completing tasks as assigned
• May be assigned special projects depending on length of internship

Secondary Accountabilities: the position incumbent ensures, that

• Conduct all business-related activities for, and on the behalf of, Eberspaecher within the limits of applicable local, state, and federal legal requirements.
• Provide support to, and compliance with, all local and corporate Eberspaecher Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) policies, procedures and other HSE related requirements.
• Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness and follows all ENA polices related to TS16949 and ISO 14001; looks for way to improve and promote quality.
• Other duties as assigned

Requirement Profile:

Professional Background / Basic Qualification / Work Experience:

• Student working towards a Bachelor's degree (B. A.) in field assigned.
• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Ability to travel domestically by car or plane.
• Must be diligent, hardworking, sincere and quick to pick things up.
• The ability to take skills acquired in school and applies them in a professional setting. 

Technical Expertise:

• Ability to apply mathematical concepts and operations, including calculations, percentages, etc.
• Ability to apply technical accounting skills in a practical work environment.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos, and write simple correspondence.
• Analytical- Synthesize complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data;
• Knowledge of continuous improvement concepts and ability to recommend process improvements. 

Methodical Competence:

• Ability to handle multiple tasks smoothly in situations containing a moderate to high level of stress. 
• Ability to maintain a safe and clean work environment.
• Adaptability – Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent.
• Continuously improving skills. 
• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction.
• Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; Supports organization's goals and values.
• Problem Solving - Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations.
• Takes responsibility for own actions; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
• Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.

Interpersonal Competence:

• Ability to be self-motivated and to work with minimum supervision.
• Ability to effectively present information to internal customers, coworkers and management.
• Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints.
• Ability to work as a Team Member towards overall company objectives. Teamwork – Contributes to building a positive team spirit.
• Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Participates in meetings
• Professionalism - Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with dignity, respect and consideration.

Supervisory Competence:

• This position does not supervise other employees.

Working Conditions:

• This position involves working indoors ocassionally exposed to mechanical and hazards, fumes, irritants and high noise levels while in the plant. 
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts and fumes or airborne particles.

Physical Requirements:

Sits: Continuously 5.5 - 8 hours daily

Stands: Frequently 2.5 - 5.5 hours daily

Walks: Occasionally .25 - 2.5 hours daily

Drive: Occasionally .25 - 2.5 hours daily

Lift/Carry 0-10 lbs.: Occasionally .25 - 2.5 hours daily

Lift/Carry 10-20 lbs.: Occasionally .25 - 2.5 hours daily

Lift/Carry 20-50 lbs.: Never

Lift/Carry 50- over 100 lbs.: Never

Reach Above: Occasionally .25 - 2.5 hours daily

Bend/Stoop: Occasionally .25 - 2.5 hours daily

Use Hands for Pushing/Pulling: Occasionally .25 - 2.5 hours daily

Use Hands for Manipulations: Continuously 5.5 - 8 hours daily

Stress Level of Job: Moderate

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level or work being performed by employees, and are not constructed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.  Further, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of Purem Novi, Inc.